Center for Multicultural Equity & Access

The Center for Multicultural Equity & Access is here to support and provide direct services to students. Host enriching educational programs, cultural activities, and insightful conferences for area youth, students, faculty, and staff. Offer unique and challenging workshops that help individuals become diversity-certified experts on inclusivity, access, and equity. Support students through learning communities, Maverick Success Program, Village Mentoring Program, and summer camps. 

Abdurrahman Guantai, Recruitment & Retention Coordinator

Center for Multicultural Equity and Access

Address: 284H Centennial Student Union
Phone: 507-389-2799
Email: abdurrahman.guantai.2@mnsu.edu

Ann Swartz-Beckius, Director of Retention

Center for Multicultural Equity and Access

Address: 284C Centennial Student Union
Phone: 507-389-1028
Email: ann-marie.swartz-beckius@mnsu.edu

Benjamin Thao, Director of Diversity Engagement & Initiatives

Center for Multicultural Equity and Access

Address: 284F Centennial Student Union
Phone: 507-389-5594
Email: benjamin.thao.2@mnsu.edu

Address: 284A Centennial Student Union
Phone: 507-389-1175
Email: geanella.ochoaveloz.2@mnsu.edu

Margarita Ruiz, Office Manager

Multicultural Center

Address: Centennial Student Union 284
Phone: 507 389 1156
Email: margarita.ruiz.2@mnsu.edu